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Located in Nagaoka, 15 km from Hikone Castle, Guesthouse Izame Ann provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar. The property is set 6.3 km from Green Park Santo, 7.3 km from Maibara Station and 18 km from Taga-taisha Shrine. Site Of Reversible Destiny Yoro Park is 33 km from the hostel and Yoro Land is 33 km away. We loved our stay in Samegai. The manager was so hospitable and went out of his way to make us comfortable. We had such a special time, we want to come back!

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9.3
Superb
183 reviews
Price from
US$39
per night

Set in Otsu, Youth Hostel WANIHAMA-Beach side Lake BIWA offers beachfront accommodation 15 km from Sanzen-in Temple and offers various facilities, such as a garden and a bar. The property is around 22 km from Ruriko-in Temple, 24 km from Enryaku-ji Temple and 26 km from Mount Hiei. Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple is 31 km from the hostel and Heian Shrine is 31 km away. We got a room with its own toilet and bathroom for a great price. Traditional tatami style room makes it feel very humble and homely. The staff was very friendly and accommodating - they drove us to the station very early in the morning.

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9.2
Superb
9 reviews
Price from
US$81
per night

Located in Hikone, 1.7 km from Hikone Castle, GUEST HOUSE NAGORIYA provides accommodation with a bar and free private parking. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

At the hostel, every room comes with air conditioning and a shared bathroom. The breakfast was simple but delicious in a very confortable atmosphere, very cozy. Thank you so much for the warm welcome of the host!

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8.8
Fabulous
210 reviews
Price from
US$20
per night

GYPSY TAKASHIMA has free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Katsuno. The property is around 33 km from Sanzen-in Temple, 40 km from Ruriko-in Temple and 42 km from Enryaku-ji Temple. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are offered.

All guest rooms in the hostel are fitted with a coffee machine. The rooms are equipped with a shared bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Super cozy accomodation, with a fully furnished kitchen and lounge area. It felt well lived in and like a home! It would be easy to stay there for a long time and the hostel owner was super helpful and provided heaps of information on the area and recommendations on things to do! Super cheap for what we got! Would highly recommend.

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8.3
Very good
156 reviews
Price from
US$32
per night

Boasting a terrace and a bar, 片原楽家 旅人の長浜町家ドミトリー is set in Nagahama, 14 km from Hikone Castle and 8.9 km from Maibara Station. The property is around 10 km from Green Park Santo, 21 km from Taga-taisha Shrine and 27 km from Taga-taisha Shrine. Okuibuki Ski Area is 31 km away and Aga Shrine is 36 km from the hostel. The location was ideal, the rooms and bathrooms were clean and the staff was really kind and helpful. Highly recommend! Good value for money

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8.2
Very good
338 reviews
Price from
US$24
per night

Guest House DETARAMESO has a fitness centre, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Yamakami. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. Guests can make use of a bar.

The rooms in the hostel are equipped with a kettle. The shared bathroom is fitted with a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. At Guest House DETARAMESO rooms have air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. More than just a bed, I was able to find friends there and spend moments that I will remember for a long time. This place is full of kindness and I hit the road with a smile. If you are looking for rest, this is the perfect place. In his hostel, Jiro San offers decent places, games rooms, a very well-equipped kitchen, as well as a sauna hand made by the owner. You can even share a meal with your host if you offer ☺️

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8.8
Fabulous
32 reviews
Price from
US$40
per night

Located in Minami-komatsu, 24 km from Sanzen-in Temple, Biwa-Lakeside Cottage B B Dylan provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. 31 km from Ruriko-in Temple and 33 km from Enryaku-ji Temple, the property features a restaurant and a bar. The property is non-smoking and is situated 34 km from Mount Hiei.

The hostel offers certain rooms that include lake views, and every room is equipped with a shared bathroom with a shower. We loved how accomodating and nice the staff were they were always making sure the space/ our room was tidy and neat and provided us with fresh linen, towels and robes daily. They cooked us meals and treated us like family! The location is beautiful right on the lake with amazing sunrises and sunsets and just a short 10 minuet walk to the station or a 15 minuet walk to 711. We honestly can’t fault anything about this property and can’t wait to stay again!

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8
Very good
83 reviews
Price from
US$59
per night

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